Vacancy title:
COMMUNICATION OFFICER II: GRADE OAG 8

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Finance, Category: Media, Communications & Writing]

Jobs at:
The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG)

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, October 15 2025

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, October 6 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Purpose of the Job

This will be the entry and training grade for communication staff. The position is

responsible for assisting in the implementation of various internal and external

communication interventions between OAG leadership and management for enhanced

performance and service delivery to citizens.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the implementation of internal and external communication strategies

aligned with the Office’s mandate, vision, and strategic objectives;

Assist in the development of social media content;

Assist in managing internal and external communication to ensure effective and

efficient communication with diverse stakeholders;

Assist in responding to stakeholder concerns in collaboration with relevant offices;

Assist in providing technical advice guidance in corporate events such as media

briefings, seminars and conferences, End Year parties, trade fairs and exhibitions
by planning and implementing activities to ensure positive image and reputation of
the Office;

Assist in coordinating communication in support of organizational change

management programmes and internal branding;

Assist in maintaining data and documentation arising from media monitoring and

follow up on Office media coverage and mentions;

Assist in the development and dissemination of Information, Education and

communication materials to support sensitization of stakeholders on the OAG
mandate;

Assist in collecting information on programmes and significant events that impact

customers, and forward the same to the Head of Communications for
dissemination;

Assist in the development of communications and media strategy;

Assist in editing stories on various topical issues before they are released to the

public and liaise with media practitioners and the public on issues of mutual
concern.

Requirements for appointment:

A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Mass Media

or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution;

Demonstrate competence in IT proficiency.

Core Competences

Channel Management - Knowledge of different distribution channels and how to

effectively utilize them to reach relevant internal and external stakeholders of the
office.

Branding – Knowledge of processes and procedures to establish an image or

brand by shaping how and what different stakeholders’ perceptions of the office
will be. Knowledge of corporate identity principles, logo creation and ways to
showcase the brand across all media.

Content Development – Knowledge of the process of researching, writing,

gathering, organizing and editing information for publication.

Creative Writing – Knowledge of writing in a way that is not academic or

technical but still interesting and appealing to various internal and external
stakeholders of the office.

Editing- Strong editing skills to support finalization of audit reports and other

official documents and publications for wider reach.

Digital media- Exemplary knowledge in digital media management and use to

communicate with diverse stakeholders

Internal Communication – Knowledge of the transmission of information

between staff members taking into consideration communication with different
levels and organizational units of the office.

External Communication – Knowledge of transmission of information between

the office and another person or entity in the offices’ external environment
(auditees, suppliers, legislature, citizens, civil society, the media and public sector
at large.)

Event Management – Knowledge of the process to envision, plan and execute

events for the office and relevant stakeholders. Knowledge of project management
principles including budgets, schedules, and vendors to create the best possible
professional events.

IT Communications Systems - Knowledge of methodology and software(web-

based) that the office uses to share information, communicate and interact with
relevant internal or external stakeholders.

Photo and video editing - Knowledge and application of adobe editing tools

such as InDesign, photoshop and illustrator to create images and graphics .

Build Stakeholders Partnership – Develop collaborative networks and

relationships. Understand client and stakeholder behaviour and attitudes.
Collaborate with stakeholders who share similar sense of purpose and similar
values to make a difference in the OAG environment. Collaborate with stakeholders
to create win-win situations.

Ethical – Understand ethical behaviour and public-sector practices. Ensure that

own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards
and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office.

Effective Communication – Speak, listen, and write in a clear and concise

manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
Demonstration of good public speaking and listening skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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